Mill Valley Fall Art Festival in Marin County – Visitor & Vendor Info

Plan your visit to Mill Valley Fall Art Festival in Mill Valley, California. This page shares dates, location, FAQs, and a direct vendor application link for artists. MONOLISA may not be exhibiting at this event—we publish these guides to help festival goers and fellow makers, and to showcase Lisa’s handcrafted work.

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Festival Details

  • Dates: September 19–20, 2026
  • Location: Old Mill Park: 64 Cascade Drive, Mill Valley, CA 94941
  • Hours & Admission: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Parking: Street parking in downtown Mill Valley; arrive early for easier access
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Festival Location

What to Expect

The Mill Valley Fall Art Festival is a long-running outdoor arts event held in Old Mill Park beneath the redwoods in Mill Valley, California. Set in a beautiful natural setting in Marin County, the festival brings together art lovers, families, and visitors for a weekend of fine art, handmade work, live entertainment, and community gathering.

Visitors can expect to explore booths from more than 100 juried artists featuring a wide variety of mediums, from painting, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, and photography to woodwork, textiles, glass, and other handcrafted work. The wooded park setting gives the event a distinctive atmosphere, making it feel more intimate and scenic than a typical street fair or parking lot festival.

In addition to shopping and browsing artwork, the festival also features live music, food and drink, and family-friendly activities including a children’s area. For those looking for art festivals in Marin County or unique outdoor cultural events in Mill Valley, the Mill Valley Fall Art Festival offers a memorable weekend experience centered on creativity, community, and art under the redwoods.

FAQs

  • Is it free? Check the official festival website for current admission details.
  • Festival Simple Rules: No dogs, bikes, scooters, skateboards, smoking, or vaping. No public pass-through during the festival weekend.
  • Weather? Outdoor event held in Old Mill Park—dress in layers and bring sun or light weather protection as needed.

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